ANAHEIM – Police on Monday identified a 38-year-old man killed in a suspected gang-related shooting, but officials are still seeking information that could lead to his killer.

Angel Jesus Lopez Balladares, an Anaheim resident, was found shot in the walkway of an apartment complex in the 600 block of Eton Place around 11 a.m. Friday, said Sgt. Bob Dunn of the Anaheim Police Department. Neighbors said they heard gunshots, and then came out to find the man lying on the ground.

Police believe the shooting was gang-related, but they have no information about the shooter or what led to Balladares’ death, Dunn said.

“We’re still looking for witnesses, and we have not yet established a motive,” he said.

Anyone with information may contact police or leave an anonymous tip with Orange County Crime Stoppers at 855-TIP-OCCS or occrimestoppers.org.

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Angel Jesus Lopez Balladares, 38, was found shot Friday morning. BRUCE CHAMBERS, ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER
The apartment complex where Balladares was found shot is walking distance to two elementary schools. BRUCE CHAMBERS, ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER
Police are still seeking witnesses to help identify the shooter or the motive in the crime, Anaheim police Sgt. Bob Dunn said. BRUCE CHAMBERS, ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

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